Speeding/Traffic Ticket Overview

You may be stopped by police and given a ticket for many offenses, including speeding, reckless driving, failing to stop at a stop sign, driving without a license—in some states, even for using a cell phone that does not have a hands-free device. In many states, and in many situations, you can challenge the ticket in traffic court. You can represent yourself. However, traffic ticket lawyers know which people to talk to at court and the kind of deals they are willing to make. The traffic ticket lawyer will also know the specific types of proof the officer must submit to the court and when there is not enough information to support the traffic ticket.

If you are convicted of a traffic violation, you may have to pay fines, attend traffic court, or have your license suspended. In rare cases, you might face jail time. A conviction will likely also hike your insurance rates.